Support Worker | Lowestoft & Surrounding Areas

Allscreens Nationwide Ltd; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Company sick pay

Pension schemes

Recognition scheme

Personal development plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee forum

Job summary

Papworth Trust in Lowestoft invites compassionate individuals to join a dedicated team supporting adults with learning disabilities and autism in supported living. You will provide person-centred care, help with daily living, accompany social activities, and monitor health with training provided.

The role requires flexible shift patterns across 7 days, including weekends, with optional nightly sleep-in earnings.

Qualifications

• Experience in care settings, mental health, or supporting individuals with challenging behaviours is valued.
• NVQ, Care Certificate or similar healthcare qualification is desirable but not essential.
• Mobility (driving) is a plus but not required.
• A patient, resilient and empathetic nature is important.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored, person-centred care including daily living support and personal care.
• Assist with community access, social activities, and wellbeing.
• Support with medication management, manual handling and PEG feeding where required (full training provided).

Skills

Care experience

Mental health

Challenging behaviours

Empathy

Education

NVQ / Care Certificate desirable

Job description

Support Worker | Lowestoft & Surrounding Areas

Support Worker | Lowestoft & Surrounding Areas

Empower Independence. Build a Rewarding Career.

Location: Lowestoft and surrounding areas

Important: Eligibility to Work

Please note: Papworth Trust is unable to provide sponsorship for this role. To be considered, you must have the permanent right to work in the UK without restrictions. We cannot accept applications from candidates requiring a Health and Care Worker visa.

The Opportunity

Are you a compassionate individual looking to make a genuine difference? At Papworth Trust, we’ve spent over 100 years championing equality, choice, and independence for disabled people.

Due to ongoing expansion, we are looking for dedicated Support Workers to join our 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC-rated teams in Lowestoft. You will support adults with learning disabilities and autism within supported living environments, helping them achieve their personal goals and lead the life they choose.

The Role

No two days are the same. You will provide tailored, person-centred care that includes:

Community & Social Life: Assisting customers in accessing social events, hobbies, and community activities.

Daily Living: Supporting with meal planning, cooking, shopping, and household tasks.

Well-being: Helping customers get ready for the day and managing their health, which includes providing personal care.

Specialised Care: Managing medication, manual handling, and assisted feeding (PEG feeding) where required (full training provided).

Shift Patterns

Contracts are scheduled over 7 days.

The ability to work on a rota basis, including alternate weekend days, is essential.

Optional Earnings: Non-contractual sleeping nights are available at £60 per night.

About You

While we provide comprehensive training, we are particularly interested in hearing from candidates with:

Experience: Previous experience in care settings, mental health, or working with individuals with challenging behaviours, or lived experience, i.e. supporting a family member with learning difficulties is highly valued.

Qualifications: An NVQ, Care Certificate, or other healthcare qualifications are desirable but not essential.

Mobility: Being a driver is a plus, though not a requirement.

Values: A patient, resilient, and empathetic nature is a must.

Please Note: We are currently unable to offer sponsorship. Applicants must have the permanent right to work in the UK.

Why Join Papworth Trust?

We invest in our people. From day one, you will receive a comprehensive induction and a clear path for professional growth.

• Holidays: 33 days annual leave.
• Financial Security: Company sick pay (after qualifying period) and a choice of two contributory pension schemes.
• Rewards: Access to our Values in Practice recognition scheme.
• Development: A personal development plan with funded formal qualification options.
• Well-being: Inclusive Employee Assistance Programme and Cycle to Work scheme.
• Your Voice: Join our employee forum and help shape the future of our charity.